Description
Juicy flank steak marinade delivers incredible flavor with a perfect blend of soy sauce, garlic, and herbs. Bold ingredients and simple techniques create a memorable meal you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsps balsamic vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 2 tbsps fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (or honey)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsps chopped fresh rosemary or thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Blend all liquid ingredients in a non-reactive container, creating a harmonious and silky base that will infuse depth and complexity into the protein.
- Flavor Layering: Finely mince garlic cloves and integrate them into the mixture, ensuring an aromatic and even distribution that will permeate every fiber of the meat.
- Sweet and Savory Balance: Dissolve brown sugar thoroughly, crafting a nuanced flavor profile that bridges tangy and rich undertones while promoting caramelization.
- Seasoning Integration: Whisk dry spices into the liquid medley, eliminating potential clumps and establishing a uniform, robust flavor foundation.
- Marinade Emulsification: Use a fork or whisk to create a cohesive texture, guaranteeing each ingredient melds seamlessly and maximizes taste potential.
- Protein Marination: Transfer the prepared marinade to a sealable container, then gently massage into the protein, ensuring complete and comprehensive coverage.
- Flavor Infusion: Refrigerate the marinating protein, allowing the intricate ingredient symphony to tenderize and elevate the meat’s natural essence for several hours.
- Cooking Preparation: Remove the protein from the marinade, permitting excess liquid to drain, which will facilitate optimal caramelization and achieve a perfect sear.
Notes
- Optimize Garlic Intensity: Finely mince garlic to release maximum flavor and prevent overpowering raw garlic chunks in the marinade.
- Balance Acid and Sugar: Use brown sugar strategically to neutralize acidic ingredients, preventing meat from becoming tough or mushy during marination.
- Control Marination Time: Limit marinating time to 2-4 hours for most meats, especially with acidic components, to avoid breaking down protein fibers and compromising texture.
- Enhance Meat Absorption: Pat meat dry before marinating to help the marinade adhere better and promote more effective flavor penetration and caramelization during cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-8 hours
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg